Candy Floss 8001-9C is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F2B2B8, LRV 54 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jovial from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F2B2B8 · 8001-9C
Candy Floss
54%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Candy Floss Technical Profile
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Candy Floss in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Candy Floss in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCandy Floss
Nearly identical
BehrJovial
Jovial
Behr
Nearly identical
Vassar Rose
PPG
Nearly identical
Romance
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bubblegum Pink
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bubblegum Pink
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hopeful
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Piglet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pinktastic
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Coral Myth
Kilz
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Candy Floss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candy Floss
#F2B2B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C5916D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candy Floss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candy Floss Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Candy Floss.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Candy Floss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candy Floss have?
Candy Floss by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Candy Floss in your own space before committing.
What colors match Candy Floss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candy Floss are Jovial by Behr (a near-identical match), Vassar Rose by PPG (a near-identical match), Jaguar Rose by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Candy Floss's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Candy Floss?
Candy Floss has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Candy Floss's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.